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High-Protein Chicken Crust Pizza
Melissa Andrew

High-Protein Chicken Crust Pizza

High-Protein Chicken Crust Pizza
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian-inspired
Calories: 420

Ingredients
  

  • | Ground chicken | 500 g |
  • | Eggs | 2 large |
  • | Grated Parmesan cheese | 1/2 cup |
  • | Garlic powder | 1 tsp |
  • | Italian seasoning | 1 tsp |
  • | Salt | 1/2 tsp |
  • | Black pepper | 1/2 tsp |
  • | Pizza sauce | 1/2 cup |
  • | Mozzarella cheese shredded | 1 to 1.5 cups |
  • | Pepperoni slices | 20–25 slices |
  • | Olive oil optional | 1 tbsp |

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F) and line a baking tray with parchment paper
  2. In a large mixing bowl, add ground chicken, eggs, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper
  3. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly combined into a sticky mixture
  4. Transfer the mixture onto the lined baking tray
  5. Use your hands or a spatula to press it into a thin, even rectangle or circle about 1/4 inch thick
  6. Make sure the edges are slightly raised to hold toppings later
  7. Lightly brush the surface with olive oil for better browning (optional)
  8. Place the tray in the oven and bake for 20–25 minutes until the crust becomes firm and slightly golden
  9. Remove the crust from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes to set properly
  10. Spread pizza sauce evenly over the crust, leaving a small border
  11. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese generously across the surface
  12. Add pepperoni slices evenly on top
  13. Optionally add extra toppings like olives, onions, or peppers
  14. Increase oven temperature to 220°C (425°F)
  15. Return the pizza to the oven and bake for another 8–10 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly
  16. Turn on broil for 1–2 minutes for a slightly crispy top (optional)
  17. Remove from oven and let it cool for 3–5 minutes
  18. Slice into squares or wedges
  19. Serve hot and enjoy

Notes

  • Protein: 38 g
  • Carbohydrates: 6 g
  • Fat: 26 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Sugar: 3 g
  • Sodium: 780 mg